Group to give away bicycle lights in Twin Cities

Cycling advocates will hand out a limited number of free front and rear bicycle lights Tuesday evening in the Twin Cities.

Bike Walk Twin Cities spokeswoman Hilary Reeves said a majority of bicyclists riding after dark follow the state law.

"The state of Minnesota, as in many states, requires that cyclists after dark have a headlamp in front and red reflector in the back," Reeves said. "We think a blinking LED rear reflector is a good idea just because it makes you more visible."

Reeves said Bike Walk Twin Cities staff and volunteers will intercept bicyclists from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. at a handful of undisclosed locations, and offer to attach a new light set.

Reeves said the mild weather is encouraging people to ride later in the season. Even as the weather cools, she said, about a third of commuter bicyclists continue to ride.

Create a More Connected Minnesota

MPR News is your trusted resource for the news you need. With your support, MPR News brings accessible, courageous journalism and authentic conversation to everyone - free of paywalls and barriers. Your gift makes a difference.